Your Home and Care Fees
28
Oct - 2019
Many people wonder if they will lose their home if they have to pay care fees. If you require residential care then your local authority...
Deputyship Refund Scheme Launched
09
Oct - 2019
It has come to light recently that if you were appointed as a Deputy for someone between the period 1 April 2008 and 31st March 2015 (‘the qualifying period’) then you may be eligible to claim a refund for certain deputyship fees
A Lasting Power of Attorney. What are the Points to consider?
23
Sep - 2019
Lasting Power of Attorney. What are the points that you should take in to consideration when setting up an Lasting Power of Attorney?
Court confirms the correct test for capacity to make a Will
17
Sep - 2019
In the case of James v James [2018], the High Court was asked to rule on a challenge to a Will based on lack of testamentary capacity and also to outline the factors legal practitioners should consider when taking instructions for a Will.
What is Inheritance Tax and Who Pays?
09
Sep - 2019
Inheritance Tax is the tax that may be payable on someone’s death if the value of their estate is above the Inheritance Tax threshold.
Mental Capacity Act Explained
19
Aug - 2019
What is the Mental Capacity Act? Timms Charlotte Day explains on her latest blog post...
Lasting Power of Attorney: Health & Welfare
12
Aug - 2019
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney Health & Welfare? Timms Sara Hilliard explains in her most recent blog post...
Do Marriage or Divorce have an impact on an existing Will?
05
Aug - 2019
Do Marriage or Divorce have an impact on an existing Will? Timms Jess Barnett discusses how marriage and divorce can affect an existing Will
Lasting Power of Attorney or Deputyship Order?
16
Jul - 2019
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) and Deputyship Orders are both legal appointments of a person or persons to deal with the affairs of another person who lacks mental capacity to deal with their affairs themselves. Both appointments can be made ... Lasting Power of Attorney or Deputyship Order?
Who Will Pay the Cost of My Child’s Funeral?
09
Jul - 2019
The Children’s Funeral Fund is a Government ‘pot’ which aims to offer practical support and funding to bereaved parents by providing financial assistance for burial and cremation fees.
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